Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004
78 Mr. Stanton asked the Taoiseach the way in which persons with disabilities can access employment in his Department; if there are special application procedures; the criteria by which it is decided that persons qualify; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13237/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department and the bodies under its aegis are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all staff.
Staff are recruited through the Civil Service and Local Appointments Commission on the grounds that they meet the requirements of the positions they are to fill. The issue of disability does not affect recruitment, no exception is made by my Department in this regard. Recruitment, promotion, training and other benefits or opportunities are decided on objective criteria, including the qualifications and suitability of the applicant. In line with other Departments, we follow the guidelines set out in the Department of Finance's Code of Practice for the Employment of People with Disabilities in the Civil Service.
